Naveen Raj
Financial Controller @Webottle
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WORK HISTORY
Financial Controller @Webottle
Dundonald, GB
Prepare and present weekly cashflow forecasts to the Finance Director, supporting short-term funding decisions and supplier payment planning.• Produce monthly management accounts including full Balance Sheet and P&L reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting for senior management.• Prepare monthly Budget vs Actual analysis, highlighting key variances and providing commentary to Directors to support operational and strategic decisions.• Prepare monthly sales commission reports, analysing target vs actual performance using margin reports and liaising with sales management on results.• Produce weekly sales and production performance reports for management, enabling monitoring of revenue, margins, and operational efficiency.• Raise and manage purchase orders in Xero, ensuring delivery notes and supplier invoices are accurately matched and approved against POs.• Prepare weekly payment schedules by reviewing the detailed accounts payable ledger in Xero, prioritising supplier payments and managing cash outflows.• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, posting accruals, and maintaining accurate creditor balances.• Prepare month-end journals including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments, with all reports ready for Finance Director review.• Carry out daily bank, credit card, and GoCardless reconciliations within Xero, ensuring all transactions are fully reconciled and up to date.• Prepare monthly payroll input files (starters, leavers, amendments, deductions) for submission to an external payroll agency, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns in Xero, ensuring compliance with HMRC deadlines and accurate VAT reporting.• Coordinate year-end audit preparation, including compiling statutory schedules, supporting documentation, and working papers.• Actively involved in year-end inventory counts and audit procedures, ensuring stock valuations are accurate and audit-ready
EDUCATION
St.Aloysius Business Institute (SABI),Mangalore
PGDIM, Income Tax & Real Estate
AAT
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
Karnataka State Open University
Master of Commerce (M.com), Finance and Financial Management Services & Human Resource Management
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Finance
Mangalore University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Finance
ABOUT NAVEEN RAJ
Currently serving as Financial Controller at WeBottle Ltd, I am a Qualified by Experience (QBE) Accountant with over 18 years of international experience in financial management, accounting, and taxation across the UK, UAE, and India. My background spans multiple industries including manufacturing, recycling, contracting, FMCG, and education, with a strong record of delivering accurate financial reporting, operational efficiency, and strategic insights.At WeBottle Ltd, I lead the full finance function—managing cash flow forecasting, VAT returns, budgeting, supplier reconciliation, and financial reporting—while integrating Unleashed Software and XERO to ensure real-time visibility into inventory, purchasing, and production costs. International Experience3+ years in Northern Ireland (UK), 11+ years in UAE, 5+ years in IndiaStrong understanding of UK & Irish accounting regulations (HMRC, ROS), and UAE VAT compliance Core ExpertiseFinancial & Management AccountingBudgeting, Forecasting & MIS ReportingERP & Cloud Systems (XERO, Unleashed, SAGE 300, SAGE 50, Navision)Inventory & Production CostingVAT Returns & Tax ComplianceMonth-End Close, AP/AR, Payroll & Audit CoordinationFinancial Statements & Statutory Reporting HighlightsSuccessfully integrated Unleashed Software with XERO, enhancing inventory and COGS trackingReduced reporting time by streamlining month-end and audit preparationPlayed a key role in improving internal controls and real-time financial dashboardsRecognized for delivering timely and accurate reports for executive-level decision-making Certifications & SkillsQMS Lead Auditor CertifiedAdvanced Excel & ERP ReportingSkilled in Letter of Credit (LC), bank facilities, and intercompany accountingI bring a proactive, hands-on approach to finance—focused on driving performance, ensuring compliance, and aligning finance with business goals. Open to connecting with professionals and businesses looking to collaborate in finance, operations, and systems integration.
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